Hertz enlists Tesla for ‘largest electric vehicle rental fleet’

The effort includes an initial order of 100,000 Tesla Model 3s by the end of 2022 and a new EV charging infrastructure across the company’s global operations — supported by seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady to headline a new campaign.
As consumer interest in electric vehicles (EVs) starts to accelerate, Hertz announced in Estero, FL, yesterday a significant investment to offer the largest EV rental fleet in North America and one of the largest in the world. This includes an initial order of 100,000 Teslas by the end of 2022 and a new EV charging infrastructure across the company’s global operations.

Hertz is also teaming up with seven-time Super Bowl champion and entrepreneur Tom Brady to showcase how it is making EV rentals fast, seamless, and more accessible, as the company accelerates its commitment to lead the future of mobility and travel.

“Electric vehicles are now mainstream, and we’ve only just begun to see rising global demand and interest,” said Hertz interim CEO Mark Fields. “The new Hertz is going to lead the way as a mobility company, starting with the largest EV rental fleet in North America and a commitment to grow our EV fleet and provide the best rental and recharging experience for leisure and business customers around the world.”

Today, 40% of US consumers say they are likely to consider an electric vehicle the next time they are in the market for a new vehicle, according to Pew Research. Global EV sales skyrocketed 200% in the last year and
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